This episode is Part 2 of our special Shark Week celebration on Resilience Gone Wild. Host Jessica Morgenthal talks with Francesca Page — marine conservationist, underwater photographer, and visual storyteller — about her inspiring journey from fearing the ocean to becoming one of its most passionate defenders. Francesca explores how art and storytelling can shift public perceptions about sharks, highlight the impact of bycatch, and drive community action for healthier oceans. She also shares her groundbreaking 200 Sharks initiative and the importance of finding your unique way to contribute to our planet’s wellbeing.

Key Takeaways

Art is a universal language that helps connect people to conservation.Overcoming fear can open doors to deep, meaningful work.Sharks are essential for ocean health and biodiversity.Bycatch remains a major threat to marine life.Storytelling and visual art can make complex issues relatable.Community involvement is key to sustainable conservation.Francesca’s 200 Sharks project brings awareness to sharks’ vital role.Compassion and understanding strengthen conservation work.Everyone has unique skills to contribute to protecting the planet.Turning your passion into action can make real change.

Sound Bites

“Art is this universal language.”“Fear was all in the mind.”“Compassion is key in conservation.”

Resources Mentioned:

Francesca Page LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/francesca-page-056580317/

Francesca Page Website: https://www.francescapageart.com/

Francesca Page YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@francescapageart

Award Winning Photo: https://www.francescapageart.com/photography?pgid=m09s3850-fe3ff6c7-d262-4510-9dfe-b84d33d5515c

Brian Skerry, Francesca’s Mentor: https://brianskerry.com/

Francesa Page Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/francescaapage?igsh=Zzl5cTN2dmNpYnox

• "I used to be scared of the ocean..." https://www.instagram.com/reel/DGvvUdit_rH/?igsh=eHN4aHg0OGp5Y3A1
• 200 Sharks Project:

Whale Sharks https://www.instagram.com/reel/DGLud-TN3i0/?igsh=MXRpbHAxbHQ4b3cxNA==Thresher Sharks https://www.instagram.com/reel/DCzW5EVtXYt/?igsh=cWd6MWJiZWQyODU5Smoothnosed Wedgefish https://www.instagram.com/reel/DGvvUdit_rH/?igsh=eHN4aHg0OGp5Y3A1

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